Dwayne Johnson Is UFC Legend Mark Kerr In The A24 Biopic. The Smashing Machine

Dwayne Johnson is UFC Legend Mark Kerr in the trailer for the A24 biopic, The Smashing Machine. Emily Blunt Co-Stars in the upcoming movie.

Mark Kerr is a legend in the violent world of UFC. He was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner, and a PRIDE FC competitor during his MMA career. In freestyle wrestling, he won gold and silver medals at the World Cup and silver at the Pan American Games. In submission wrestling, Kerr is a four-time ADCC World Champion. Tragically, he struggled with painkiller addiction during his boxing career.  The 2022 documentary The Smashing Machine explores his life story. One day, it will definitely be depicted on the big screen.

That day is approaching. On October 3rd, the movie version of the legend will be opening in cinemas. Borrowing the name from the acclaimed documentary, The Smashing Machine, comes from A24. Dwayne Johnson, the perfect candidate for the role, portrays Kerr in the film. Benny Safdie wrote and directed the film, which stars Emily Blunt as Kerr’s former wife, Dawn Staples. The first trailer for the biographical sports drama has just been released.

THE PREMISE

This story follows the legendary mixed martial arts (MMA) and UFC fighter Mark Kerr. During his peak era in the UFC, MMA fighter Mark Kerr struggled with addiction, winning, and love. It is the unforgettable true story of a UFC legend.

The Smashing Machine Theatrical Poster

CREDITS

STARRING: Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten, Oleksandr Usyk

WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY: Benny Safdie

The Smashing Machine First-Look Image

The Smashing Machine will open on October 3rd.

 

 

 

 

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